ONE Consulting is engaged to recruit a Senior Accountant - Major Bids for a specialist defence and aerospace organisation, based in the South West.

This is a key appointment that will provide financial expertise, principally on major bids for UK and International defence contracts. This will involve working at both a tactical and strategic level to achieve bid success while factoring financial risk vs. profit.

The role is suitable for an experienced accountant with expertise in bidding activity, ideally within a technical environment such as a defence, aerospace, automotive or similar highly regulated company.

A creative, innovative and communicative individual will be an ideal fit for a progressive company and finance department - the role offers both career progression and the opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial culture.

Objectives & Requirements:

??? Bidding & Pricing for major/strategic bids of a complex nature both UK and International.??? Responsible for overview of the budgeting & forecasting cycle for the business.??? Providing the board with strategic advice and reporting on demand vs. capacity.??? Manage, coach and develop direct reports - providing a stretching and interesting environment for skill progression.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

??? ACA or CIMA qualified or part-qualified, ideally with good experience in industry.??? Strong communication skills both oral and written with Excel/PowerPoint skills developed.??? Ability to clearly, creatively and succinctly present financial information to non-financial people.??? Experience of ERP implementation advantageous.